Diversity

Equality and anti-discrimination for a more diverse and accepting society

Many people who do not fit into the prevailing social or cultural norms or who belong to minorities experience discrimination or even violence. In highly conservative cultures, they are persecuted and imprisoned. They have no voice in public life – diversity in society is nowhere to be found.

Girls and women – in other words, half the population – are marginalized and discriminated worldwide. The same applies to people who belong to the LGBTQIA+ community – simply because they feel differently or define themselves differently from the majority. People with disabilities are often excluded. And many experience social exclusion, violence, and discrimination simply because they have a different skin color or ethnic origin than the people around them. 

Children and young people who belong to such a minority (or even several at once) often experience rejection from an early age. For many, this shapes their entire lives.

SOS Children's Villages is committed to encouraging diversity and tolerance worldwide so that children can grow up without discrimination. In our programs, we show how essential diversity is in society. We train our employees on topics such as gender equality, anti-racism and women's empowerment. Above all, we empower children and young people so they don't have to be afraid to be themselves and can develop in the way that is best for them!